Kopen
Example: Ik wil een nieuwe fiets kopen.
Definition
"Kopen" means to acquire something by paying money for it. It is commonly used when someone obtains goods or services in exchange for a price, as in the example phrase "Ik wil een nieuwe fiets kopen," which means wanting to buy a new bicycle.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "kopen" originates from the Middle Dutch word "copen," which means to buy or trade. This word is related to the Old English "cēpan," also meaning to buy. Did you know that this root is linked to the idea of bargaining or exchanging goods, reflecting its long-standing presence in commerce?
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"Kopen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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